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Knox-Illinois College of Optometry Combined Degree Program

This program provides you with the opportunity to work toward your Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree at Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) after three years at Knox. Applicants are selected by ICO in their third year after successfully completing curriculum requirements. In addition to demonstrating a strong academic record, applicants will be interviewed by a Knox selection committee and ICO representatives prior to admission.

To be eligible, you must complete your academic major and fulfill all general education requirements for your Knox bachelor's degree in three years. Your first year in the optometry program will count as your final year at Knox, and you'll receive your bachelor's degree with your graduating class. You also must:

complete at least 27 credits with at least a 3.1 grade point average

be in residence on the Knox campus at least six terms and have earned at least 18 Knox credits

complete all requirements for the Knox degree except that the last credit and terms before the degree be in residence

be recommended for the program by the Dean of the College or, upon request, by the faculty program advisor